Hyperglycemia (High Sugar)

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HYPERGLYCEMIA (HIGH SUGAR)

High glucose = glucose greater than target range

Greater than 130 mg/dL before a meal

Greater than 180 mg/dL two hours after a meal

SYMPTOMS

increased thirst, dry skin, hunger, blurred vision, increased urination, drowsiness

Causes of High Glucose

Causes of High Glucose
  • Skipping diabetes medicine or not taking the right amount
  • Not enough activity or exercise
  • Eating too much
  • Stress
  • Illness
  • Infection

PREVENTING HIGH GLUCOSE

  • Check your glucose more often
  • Keep a glucose log to see your patterns or trends
  • People with type 1 diabetes should check for ketones in the urine
  • Ask you healthcare provider if your medicine needs to be adjusted
  • Call your healthcare provider right away if blood susgar levels are above targeted range and/or over 250 mg/dL twice in a row
  • Follow your meal plan
  • Drink plentry of water every day
  • See your healthcare provider at least twice a year, and more often if glucose levels are not controlled
  • Call your healthcare provider immediately if your blood sugar is over 300 mg/DL

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RESOURCES

CCS Diabetes Guide

Blood Sugar Bookmark

Healthy Snack Ideas

CCS Diabetes Guide (Spanish)

Blood Sugar Bookmark (Spanish)

Healthy Snack Ideas (Spanish)

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